Our programs

In collaboration with Tampa Bay Patient Care Services and Hope Academy, we provide young girls with culturally and gender-responsive educational programming, support initiatives, and resource connections.

Little Lulu

ages 8-12 years old

This confidence building program is a well-balanced blend of traditional etiquette standards with contemporary manners for the 21st Century. It promotes leadership through etiquette and dining skills. The program is specifically designed for the pre-teen age group. It is highly interactive and fun, and are in harmony with the growing emphasis on character education and positive self-esteem.

When pre-teens know how to handle themselves in different social situations, their confidence and self-esteem will soar. Let us help you prepare your children and give them the tools they need to shine at every occasion.

A sample of topics include:

  • Social & Communication Skills
  • Presentation Skills
  • Introductions & Greetings
  • Self-Respect & Respect for Others
  • Conversation &Listening Skills
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Social Media Etiquette
  • The Protocol of Public Places
  • The ABC’s of Table Manners & Dining
  • Table Place Settings
  • Napkins & Hnadling Silverware
  • Difficult to Eat Foods
  • Do’s & Dont’s of Graceful Dining
  • Showing Appreciation 

Teenage Fever

ages 13-18 years old

The teen etiquette and dining program is designed to give adolescents the social skills necessary to help them mature into confident and self-assured adults. It is highly interactive and fun, and is in harmony with the growing emphasis on character education and positive self-esteem.

Let us support you in equiping your teen with the leadership skills she needs to not only handle a variety of situations with poise and confidence, but to also be prepared for success in the global economy of the 21st century.

A sample of topics include:

  • Social, Communication & Leadership Skills
  • International Dining Skills
  • Handshaking & Social Greetings
  • Formal & Informal Introductions
  • Self-Respect & Respect for Others
  • Conversation & Listening Skills
  • Social Media Etiquette
  • The Etiquette of Public Places
  • College Preparation
  • Host & Guest Duties
  • Being a Gracious Guest

Empowering girls to be their full potential

At Elaine’s House, we focus on providing young ladies, ages 8 to 18, with the necessary skills and personal strength to develop a life of character, integrity, inner beauty, and purpose.

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9300 N 16th St, Ste. K, Tampa, FL 33612

Call Us: (813) 391-7647